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Lakeshore Ridge
1700 Lakeshore RidgeBirmingham, AL 35211
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The Oxmoor
2850 Venice RdBirmingham, AL 35211
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Riley, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $675 | $1,685 |
| Riley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $750 | $2,360 |
| Riley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $1,519 | $2,840 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riley Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Riley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riley area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek priced from $675. Lakeshore Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,208. Here are the most affordable Riley apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Cyan | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| The Oxmoor | The Homewood | 2BR,2BA | $1,287 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riley, AL
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riley area is the $1.46 price per square foot Athens with Sunroom Model at Century Lakeshore Crossings in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,393. The second greatest value Riley apartment is the The Desoto Model at The Oxmoor starting at $1,363 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Lakeshore Crossings | Athens with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Oxmoor | The Desoto | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Station at Lakeshore | A1-BH-U | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Cyan | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiley, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #68
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Riley Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
18 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riley?
The cheapest apartment in Riley is Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Riley costs $2,370.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 66 regular apartments in Riley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Riley?
Cheap apartments in Riley have an average cost of $1,629 which is $741 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riley.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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